82 FR 51172 - Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 212 (November 3, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 212 (November 3, 2017)
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| FR Document | 2017-22558 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 212 (Friday, November 3, 2017)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 51172-51175] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-22558] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0906; Product Identifier 2017-NM-039-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005-12- 16, for all Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0100 airplanes. AD 2005-12-16 requires an inspection to determine the part number of the passenger service unit (PSU) panels for the PSU modification status, and corrective actions if applicable. Since we issued AD 2005-12-16, we have determined that the required modification actions might not have been implemented correctly. This proposed AD would require an inspection of the PSU panels and the PSU panel/airplane interface connectors for discrepancies, and corrective actions if necessary. This proposed AD would also remove airplanes from the applicability. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by December 18, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods: [[Page 51173]]Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, contact Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax +31 (0)88-6280-111; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0906; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-0906; Product Identifier 2017-NM-039-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed AD based on those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. Discussion We issued AD 2005-12-16, Amendment 39-14132 (70 FR 34642, June 15, 2005) (``AD 2005-12-16''), for all Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0100 airplanes. AD 2005-12-16 was prompted by reports of smoke in the passenger compartment during flight. One of those incidents also included a burning smell and consequently led to emergency evacuation of the airplane. AD 2005-12-16 requires an inspection to determine the part number of the PSU panels for the PSU modification status, and corrective actions if applicable. We issued AD 2005-12-16 to detect and correct overheating of the PSU panel due to moisture ingress, which could result in smoke or fire in the passenger cabin. Since we issued AD 2005-12-16, we have determined that the modification actions required by AD 2005-12-16 might not have been implemented correctly. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0043, dated March 15, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0100 airplanes. The MCAI states: Reports were received of burning smell and smoke in the passenger compartment during flight as a result of overheating of passenger service units (PSU). These were attributed to moisture ingress into the interface electrical connectors of an unsealed PSU panel. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to further incidents of smoke in the passenger compartment, possibly resulting in injury to occupants. To address this potential unsafe condition, Grimes Aerospace Company, the PSU manufacturer (currently Honeywell) issued SB 10- 1178-33-0040 and SB 10-1571-33-0041, and Fokker Services issued SBF100-25-097, to provide instructions for installation of improved sealing of the PSU and its interface electrical connectors. Subsequently, CAA-NL [Civil Aviation Authority--The Netherlands] issued AD (BLA) 2004-022 [which corresponds to FAA AD 2005-12-16] to require modification, cleaning and sealing of the affected PSU. Since that [CAA-NL] AD was issued, following a new occurrence of burning smell and smoke in the passenger compartment during disembarking of the passengers, the investigation revealed that, on several aeroplanes, the modification instructions of Honeywell and Fokker Services (SB listed above) were not, or not correctly, implemented. Prompted by these findings, Fokker Services published SBF100-25-128, providing inspection instructions to detect non- accomplishment and any discrepancy with the original modification instructions. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirement of CAA-NL AD (BLA) 2004-022, which is superseded, and requires a one-time inspection [for discrepancies] of the PSU panels and their interface with the aeroplane, and, depending on findings, the accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s). Discrepancies include incorrect application of the sealant on the PSU panels, uninstalled gaskets, inability to properly lock the connectors, and incorrectly applied sealant on the connectors. Corrective actions include restoring the sealing of the affected PSU panel, repairing the PSU panel, or installing a new PSU panel with a replaced receptacle, and installing gaskets; making sure the connecter can properly lock; and applying sealant on the connector. The MCAI also revised the applicability by specifying specific line numbers and excluding airplanes on which certain modifications were done. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0906. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Fokker Services B.V. has issued Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25- 128, dated July 21, 2016. This service information describes procedures for inspection of the PSU panels and the PSU panel/airplane interface connectors for discrepancies, and for incorrectly applied sealant on the connectors, and corrective actions. Grimes Aerospace has issued Service Bulletin 10-1178-33-0040, dated October 15, 1993; Service Bulletin 10-1178-33-0040, Revision 1, dated March 25, 1996; and Service Bulletin 10-1571-33-0041, dated October 15, 1993. This service information describes procedures for inspection of the PSU panels and the PSU panel/airplane interface connectors for discrepancies, and corrective actions. This service information is distinct since it applies to different part numbers. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. [[Page 51174]] FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 8 airplanes of U.S. registry. The actions required by AD 2005-12-16, and retained in this proposed AD take about 5 work-hours per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Required parts cost about $6 per product. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions that are required by AD 2005-12-16 is $431 per product. We also estimate that it would take about 13 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this proposed AD on U.S. operators to be $8,840, or $1,105 per product. We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this proposed AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed regulation: 1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and 4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005-12-16, Amendment 39-14132 (70 FR 34642, June 15, 2005), and adding the following new AD: Fokker Services B.V.: Docket No. FAA-2017-0906; Product Identifier 2017-NM-039-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by December 18, 2017. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces 2005-12-16, Amendment 39-14132 (70 FR 34642, June 15, 2005) (``AD 2005-12-16''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0100 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers 11244 through 11527 inclusive, except those airplanes modified in service as specified in Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25-070, or Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25-109, or Fokker Modification Report FS- N545 or FS-N571. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25, Equipment/ furnishings. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of smoke in the passenger compartment during ground operations and in-flight. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct overheating of the passenger service unit (PSU) panel due to moisture ingress, which could result in smoke or fire in the passenger cabin. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Inspection and Corrective Actions, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (f) of AD 2005-12-16, with no changes. Within 36 months after July 20, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005-12-16), inspect to determine if Grimes Aerospace PSU panels having part number (P/N) 10-1178-( ) or P/N 10-1571-( ) are installed and the PSU modification status if applicable, and do any corrective actions if applicable, by doing all of the actions specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25-097, dated December 30, 2003. Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25-097, dated December 30, 2003, refers to Grimes Aerospace Service Bulletin 10-1178-33-0040, Revision 1, dated March 25, 1996 (for PSU panels having P/N 10-1178-( )); and Service Bulletin 10- 1571-33-0041, dated October 15, 1993 (for PSU panels having P/N 10- 1571-( )), as additional guidance for modifying the PSU panel. (h) Retained Parts Installation Limitation, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2005-12-16, with no changes. As of July 20, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005-12-16), no person may install a PSU panel having P/N 10- 1178-( ) or P/N 10-1571-( ) on any airplane, unless it has been inspected and any applicable corrective actions have been done in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD. (i) New Affected PSU Identification For the purpose of this AD, Grimes (Honeywell) PSUs having P/N 10-1178-(series) with a serial number below 4000, and [[Page 51175]] PSUs having P/N 10-1571-(series) with a serial number below 1000, are referred to as affected PSUs in paragraphs (j) through (l) of this AD. (j) New Inspections Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD: Do the actions required by paragraphs (j)(1) and (j)(2) of this AD. (1) Do a general visual inspection of the panel of each affected PSU for incorrect application of the sealant, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25- 097, dated December 30, 2003; and, as applicable, Grimes Aerospace Service Bulletin 10-1178-33-0040, dated October 15, 1993 (for PSUs having P/N 10-1178-(series)); Revision 1, dated March 25, 1996 (for PSUs having P/N 10-1178-(series)); and Grimes Aerospace Service Bulletin 10-1571-33-0041, dated October 15, 1993 (for PSUs having P/ N 10-1571-(series)). (2) Do a general visual inspection of the electrical connectors of each affected PSU panel for discrepancies; i.e., uninstalled gaskets, inability to properly lock the connectors, and incorrectly applied sealant on the connectors; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25- 128, dated July 21, 2016. (k) Corrective Actions If, during any inspection required by paragraph (j) of this AD, any discrepancy is found, before further flight, restore the sealing of the affected PSU panels and accomplish all applicable corrective actions to correct the PSU panel interface, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25- 128, dated July 21, 2016. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (l) Parts Installation Limitation As of the effective date of this AD, an affected PSU panel may be installed on any airplane, provided that, before further flight after installation, it has been inspected in accordance with paragraph (j) of this AD and all applicable corrective actions have been done in accordance with paragraph (k) of this AD. (m) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (n)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (i) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2005-12-16 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the effective date of this AD, for any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Fokker Services B.V.'s Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (n) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0043, dated March 6, 2017, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0906. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056; telephone 425- 227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax +31 (0)88-6280-111; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. Issued in Renton, Washington, on October 11, 2017. Dionne Palermo, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-22558 Filed 11-2-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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safety in air commerce. This regulation Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Type (k) Related Information
is within the scope of that authority Certificate previously held by (1) For more information about this AD,
because it addresses an unsafe condition Turbomeca, S.A): Docket No. FAA– contact Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer,
2017–0838; Product Identifier 2017–NE–
that is likely to exist or develop on ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
33–AD. Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238–
products identified in this rulemaking
action. (a) Comments Due Date 7754; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
This AD is issued in accordance with robert.green@faa.gov.
We must receive comments by December
authority delegated by the Executive (2) Refer to MCAI EASA AD 2016–0235,
18, 2017.
dated November 24, 2016, for more
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, information. You may examine the MCAI in
(b) Affected ADs
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. the AD docket on the Internet at http://
In accordance with that order, issuance None.
www.regulations.gov by searching for and
of ADs is normally a function of the (c) Applicability locating it in Docket No. FAA–2017–0838.
Compliance and Airworthiness This AD applies to all Safran Helicopter Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
Division, but during this transition Engines S.A. Arriel 2E turboshaft engines October 24, 2017.
period, the Executive Director has with front support, part number 0 292 11 715
Robert J. Ganley,
delegated the authority to issue ADs 0, installed (pre-mod TU 197 configuration).
applicable to engines, propellers, and Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards
(d) Subject Branch, Aircraft Certification Service.
associated appliances to the Manager,
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) [FR Doc. 2017–23606 Filed 11–2–17; 8:45 am]
Code 8300, Accessory Gearboxes.
Policy and Innovation Division. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
(e) Reason
Regulatory Findings
This AD was prompted by reports of
We determined that this proposed AD DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
ruptured front support pins on the accessory
would not have federalism implications gearbox front support. We are issuing this AD
under Executive Order 13132. This Federal Aviation Administration
to prevent failure of a front support, loss of
proposed AD would not have a engine thrust control and reduced control of
substantial direct effect on the States, on the helicopter. 14 CFR Part 39
the relationship between the national (f) Compliance
Government and the States, or on the [Docket No. FAA–2017–0906; Product
Comply with this AD within the Identifier 2017–NM–039–AD]
distribution of power and compliance times specified, unless already
responsibilities among the various done.
levels of government. RIN 2120–AA64
For the reasons discussed above, I (g) Required Actions
certify this proposed regulation: Before the accessory gearbox and Airworthiness Directives; Fokker
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory transmission shaft module (Module 01) Services B.V. Airplanes
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, accumulates 1,600 engine operating hours
since new, or within 80 engine operating
AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Administration (FAA), DOT.
the DOT Regulatory Policies and hours after the effective date of this AD,
whichever occurs later, replace the front ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26,
support with a part eligible for installation. (NPRM).
1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (h) Definition
SUMMARY: We propose to supersede
in Alaska, and For the purpose of this AD, a part eligible Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005–12–
(4) Will not have a significant for installation is a Module 01 with a pre- 16, for all Fokker Services B.V. Model
economic impact, positive or negative, mod TU 197 front support, that has not
F28 Mark 0100 airplanes. AD 2005–12–
on a substantial number of small entities accumulated more than 1,680 engine
operating hours since new; or a Module 01 16 requires an inspection to determine
under the criteria of the Regulatory
with a post-mod TU 197 front support. the part number of the passenger service
Flexibility Act.
unit (PSU) panels for the PSU
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (i) Installation Prohibition modification status, and corrective
As of the effective date of this AD, you may actions if applicable. Since we issued
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
not install a pre-mod TU 197 front support AD 2005–12–16, we have determined
safety, Incorporation by reference, on any engine with a post-mod TU 197 front
Safety. that the required modification actions
support installed.
might not have been implemented
The Proposed Amendment (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance correctly. This proposed AD would
Accordingly, under the authority (AMOCs) require an inspection of the PSU panels
delegated to me by the Administrator, (1) The Manager, FAA, ECO Branch, has and the PSU panel/airplane interface
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, connectors for discrepancies, and
39 as follows: if requested using the procedures found in 14 corrective actions if necessary. This
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, proposed AD would also remove
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS send your request to your principal inspector airplanes from the applicability. We are
DIRECTIVES or local Flight Standards District Office, as
proposing this AD to address the unsafe
appropriate. If sending information directly
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to the manager of the ECO Branch, send it to condition on these products.
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
the attention of the person identified in DATES: We must receive comments on
continues to read as follows:
paragraph (k)(1) of this AD. You may email this proposed AD by December 18,
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov. 2017.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
§ 39.13 [Amended] ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding or lacking a principal inspector, the manager using the procedures found in 14 CFR
the following new airworthiness of the local flight standards district office/ 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
directive (AD): certificate holding district office. methods:
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• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to We will post all comments we during disembarking of the passengers, the
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the receive, without change, to http:// investigation revealed that, on several
instructions for submitting comments. www.regulations.gov, including any aeroplanes, the modification instructions of
• Fax: 202–493–2251. Honeywell and Fokker Services (SB listed
personal information you provide. We above) were not, or not correctly,
• Mail: U.S. Department of will also post a report summarizing each implemented. Prompted by these findings,
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– substantive verbal contact we receive Fokker Services published SBF100–25–128,
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room about this proposed AD. providing inspection instructions to detect
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., non-accomplishment and any discrepancy
Washington, DC 20590. Discussion with the original modification instructions.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail We issued AD 2005–12–16, For the reasons described above, this
address above between 9 a.m. and 5 Amendment 39–14132 (70 FR 34642, [EASA] AD retains the requirement of CAA–
p.m., Monday through Friday, except June 15, 2005) (‘‘AD 2005–12–16’’), for NL AD (BLA) 2004–022, which is
Federal holidays. superseded, and requires a one-time
all Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 inspection [for discrepancies] of the PSU
For service information identified in Mark 0100 airplanes. AD 2005–12–16 panels and their interface with the aeroplane,
this NPRM, contact Fokker Services was prompted by reports of smoke in and, depending on findings, the
B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box the passenger compartment during accomplishment of applicable corrective
1357, 2130 EL Hoofddorp, the flight. One of those incidents also action(s).
Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88–6280– included a burning smell and Discrepancies include incorrect
350; fax +31 (0)88–6280–111; email consequently led to emergency application of the sealant on the PSU
technicalservices@fokker.com; Internet evacuation of the airplane. AD 2005– panels, uninstalled gaskets, inability to
http://www.myfokkerfleet.com. You may 12–16 requires an inspection to properly lock the connectors, and
view this referenced service information determine the part number of the PSU incorrectly applied sealant on the
at the FAA, Transport Standards panels for the PSU modification status, connectors. Corrective actions include
Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, and corrective actions if applicable. We restoring the sealing of the affected PSU
WA. For information on the availability issued AD 2005–12–16 to detect and panel, repairing the PSU panel, or
of this material at the FAA, call 425– correct overheating of the PSU panel installing a new PSU panel with a
227–1221. due to moisture ingress, which could replaced receptacle, and installing
Examining the AD Docket result in smoke or fire in the passenger gaskets; making sure the connecter can
cabin. properly lock; and applying sealant on
You may examine the AD docket on
Since we issued AD 2005–12–16, we the connector.
the Internet at http://
have determined that the modification The MCAI also revised the
www.regulations.gov by searching for
actions required by AD 2005–12–16 applicability by specifying specific line
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
might not have been implemented numbers and excluding airplanes on
0906; or in person at the Docket
correctly. which certain modifications were done.
Management Facility between 9 a.m. The European Aviation Safety Agency
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, You may examine the MCAI in the AD
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent docket on the Internet at http://
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
for the Member States of the European www.regulations.gov by searching for
contains this proposed AD, the
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
regulatory evaluation, any comments
Directive 2017–0043, dated March 15, 0906.
received, and other information. The
2017 (referred to after this as the
street address for the Docket Operations Related Service Information Under 1
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
office (telephone 800–647–5527) is in CFR Part 51
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
the ADDRESSES section. Comments will Fokker Services B.V. has issued
an unsafe condition for certain Fokker
be available in the AD docket shortly Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–25–
Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0100
after receipt. 128, dated July 21, 2016. This service
airplanes. The MCAI states:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom information describes procedures for
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, Reports were received of burning smell and
smoke in the passenger compartment during inspection of the PSU panels and the
International Section, Transport flight as a result of overheating of passenger PSU panel/airplane interface connectors
Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue service units (PSU). These were attributed to for discrepancies, and for incorrectly
SW., Renton, WA 98055–4056; moisture ingress into the interface electrical applied sealant on the connectors, and
telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227– connectors of an unsealed PSU panel. corrective actions.
1149. This condition, if not detected and Grimes Aerospace has issued Service
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: corrected, could lead to further incidents of Bulletin 10–1178–33–0040, dated
smoke in the passenger compartment, October 15, 1993; Service Bulletin 10–
Comments Invited possibly resulting in injury to occupants.
1178–33–0040, Revision 1, dated March
We invite you to send any written To address this potential unsafe condition,
Grimes Aerospace Company, the PSU 25, 1996; and Service Bulletin 10–1571–
relevant data, views, or arguments about manufacturer (currently Honeywell) issued 33–0041, dated October 15, 1993. This
this proposal. Send your comments to SB 10–1178–33–0040 and SB 10–1571–33– service information describes
an address listed under the ADDRESSES 0041, and Fokker Services issued SBF100– procedures for inspection of the PSU
section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA– 25–097, to provide instructions for panels and the PSU panel/airplane
2017–0906; Product Identifier 2017– installation of improved sealing of the PSU interface connectors for discrepancies,
jstallworth on DSKBBY8HB2PROD with PROPOSALS
NM–039–AD’’ at the beginning of your and its interface electrical connectors. and corrective actions. This service
comments. We specifically invite Subsequently, CAA–NL [Civil Aviation information is distinct since it applies to
comments on the overall regulatory, Authority—The Netherlands] issued AD
(BLA) 2004–022 [which corresponds to FAA
different part numbers.
economic, environmental, and energy AD 2005–12–16] to require modification,
This service information is reasonably
aspects of this proposed AD. We will cleaning and sealing of the affected PSU. available because the interested parties
consider all comments received by the Since that [CAA–NL] AD was issued, have access to it through their normal
closing date and may amend this following a new occurrence of burning smell course of business or by the means
proposed AD based on those comments. and smoke in the passenger compartment identified in the ADDRESSES section.
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FAA’s Determination and Requirements Director, Aircraft Certification Service, (b) Affected ADs
of This Proposed AD as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. This AD replaces 2005–12–16, Amendment
This product has been approved by In accordance with that order, issuance 39–14132 (70 FR 34642, June 15, 2005) (‘‘AD
of ADs is normally a function of the 2005–12–16’’).
the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation Compliance and Airworthiness (c) Applicability
in the United States. Pursuant to our Division, but during this transition
This AD applies to Fokker Services B.V.
bilateral agreement with the State of period, the Executive Director has Model F28 Mark 0100 airplanes, certificated
Design Authority, we have been notified delegated the authority to issue ADs in any category, serial numbers 11244
of the unsafe condition described in the applicable to transport category through 11527 inclusive, except those
MCAI and service information airplanes to the Director of the System airplanes modified in service as specified in
referenced above. We are proposing this Oversight Division. Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–25–070, or
Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–25–109, or
AD because we evaluated all pertinent Regulatory Findings Fokker Modification Report FS–N545 or FS–
information and determined an unsafe N571.
We determined that this proposed AD
condition exists and is likely to exist or
would not have federalism implications (d) Subject
develop on other products of the same
under Executive Order 13132. This Air Transport Association (ATA) of
type design.
proposed AD would not have a America Code 25, Equipment/furnishings.
Costs of Compliance substantial direct effect on the States, on
the relationship between the national (e) Reason
We estimate that this proposed AD
Government and the States, or on the This AD was prompted by reports of smoke
affects 8 airplanes of U.S. registry. in the passenger compartment during ground
The actions required by AD 2005–12– distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various operations and in-flight. We are issuing this
16, and retained in this proposed AD AD to detect and correct overheating of the
take about 5 work-hours per product, at levels of government.
passenger service unit (PSU) panel due to
an average labor rate of $85 per work- For the reasons discussed above, I moisture ingress, which could result in
hour. Required parts cost about $6 per certify this proposed regulation: smoke or fire in the passenger cabin.
product. Based on these figures, the 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (f) Compliance
estimated cost of the actions that are
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the Comply with this AD within the
required by AD 2005–12–16 is $431 per compliance times specified, unless already
product. DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); done.
We also estimate that it would take
about 13 work-hours per product to 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in (g) Retained Inspection and Corrective
comply with the basic requirements of Alaska; and Actions, With No Changes
this proposed AD. The average labor 4. Will not have a significant This paragraph restates the requirements of
rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on economic impact, positive or negative, paragraph (f) of AD 2005–12–16, with no
these figures, we estimate the cost of on a substantial number of small entities changes. Within 36 months after July 20,
under the criteria of the Regulatory 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005–12–16),
this proposed AD on U.S. operators to inspect to determine if Grimes Aerospace
be $8,840, or $1,105 per product. Flexibility Act.
PSU panels having part number (P/N) 10–
We have received no definitive data List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 1178–( ) or P/N 10–1571–( ) are installed and
that would enable us to provide cost the PSU modification status if applicable,
estimates for the on-condition actions Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation and do any corrective actions if applicable,
specified in this proposed AD. safety, Incorporation by reference, by doing all of the actions specified in the
Safety. Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker
Authority for This Rulemaking Service Bulletin SBF100–25–097, dated
The Proposed Amendment
Title 49 of the United States Code December 30, 2003.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Accordingly, under the authority Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Fokker
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, delegated to me by the Administrator, Service Bulletin SBF100–25–097, dated
section 106, describes the authority of the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part December 30, 2003, refers to Grimes
39 as follows: Aerospace Service Bulletin 10–1178–33–
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: 0040, Revision 1, dated March 25, 1996 (for
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more PSU panels having P/N 10–1178–( )); and
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
detail the scope of the Agency’s Service Bulletin 10–1571–33–0041, dated
DIRECTIVES
authority. October 15, 1993 (for PSU panels having P/
We are issuing this rulemaking under ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 N 10–1571–( )), as additional guidance for
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, continues to read as follows: modifying the PSU panel.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (h) Retained Parts Installation Limitation,
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
General requirements.’’ Under that With No Changes
section, Congress charges the FAA with § 39.13 [Amended] This paragraph restates the requirements of
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by paragraph (g) of AD 2005–12–16, with no
air commerce by prescribing regulations removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) changes. As of July 20, 2005 (the effective
for practices, methods, and procedures 2005–12–16, Amendment 39–14132 (70 date of AD 2005–12–16), no person may
the Administrator finds necessary for install a PSU panel having P/N 10–1178–( )
jstallworth on DSKBBY8HB2PROD with PROPOSALS
FR 34642, June 15, 2005), and adding
safety in air commerce. This regulation or P/N 10–1571–( ) on any airplane, unless it
the following new AD: has been inspected and any applicable
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition Fokker Services B.V.: Docket No. FAA– corrective actions have been done in
that is likely to exist or develop on 2017–0906; Product Identifier 2017– accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD.
NM–039–AD.
products identified in this rulemaking (i) New Affected PSU Identification
action. (a) Comments Due Date For the purpose of this AD, Grimes
This AD is issued in accordance with We must receive comments by December (Honeywell) PSUs having P/N 10–1178–
authority delegated by the Executive 18, 2017. (series) with a serial number below 4000, and
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PSUs having P/N 10–1571–(series) with a of the local flight standards district office/ SUMMARY: We propose to supersede
serial number below 1000, are referred to as certificate holding district office. Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013–16–
affected PSUs in paragraphs (j) through (l) of (ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD 14 for Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH
this AD. 2005–12–16 are approved as AMOCs for the
(now Airbus Helicopters Deutschland
corresponding provisions of this AD.
(j) New Inspections (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the GmbH) Model EC 135 P1, P2, P2+, T1,
Within 24 months after the effective date effective date of this AD, for any requirement T2, and T2+ helicopters. AD 2013–16–
of this AD: Do the actions required by in this AD to obtain corrective actions from 14 currently requires installing a washer
paragraphs (j)(1) and (j)(2) of this AD. a manufacturer, the action must be in and modifying the main transmission
(1) Do a general visual inspection of the accomplished using a method approved by filter housing upper part. Since we
panel of each affected PSU for incorrect the Manager, International Section, Transport issued AD 2013–16–14, Airbus
application of the sealant, in accordance with Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Helicopters Deutschland GmbH has
the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Fokker extended the overhaul interval for the
Service Bulletin SBF100–25–097, dated Services B.V.’s Design Organization Approval main transmission and determined that
December 30, 2003; and, as applicable, (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval
must include the DOA-authorized signature.
other models may have the same unsafe
Grimes Aerospace Service Bulletin 10–1178–
condition. This proposed AD would
33–0040, dated October 15, 1993 (for PSUs (n) Related Information
having P/N 10–1178–(series)); Revision 1,
retain the requirements of AD 2013–16–
dated March 25, 1996 (for PSUs having P/N (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing 14, add models to the applicability, and
10–1178–(series)); and Grimes Aerospace Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA revise the required compliance time for
Service Bulletin 10–1571–33–0041, dated Airworthiness Directive 2017–0043, dated the modification. The actions of this
October 15, 1993 (for PSUs having P/N 10– March 6, 2017, for related information. This proposed AD are intended to correct an
1571–(series)). MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the unsafe condition on these products.
(2) Do a general visual inspection of the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by
DATES: We must receive comments on
electrical connectors of each affected PSU searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
2017–0906. this proposed AD by January 2, 2018.
panel for discrepancies; i.e., uninstalled
gaskets, inability to properly lock the (2) For more information about this AD, ADDRESSES: You may send comments by
connectors, and incorrectly applied sealant contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, any of the following methods:
on the connectors; in accordance with the International Section, Transport Standards • Federal eRulemaking Docket: Go to
Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
Service Bulletin SBF100–25–128, dated July 98055–4056; telephone 425–227–1137; fax online instructions for sending your
21, 2016. 425–227–1149. comments electronically.
(3) For service information identified in • Fax: 202–493–2251.
(k) Corrective Actions this AD, contact Fokker Services B.V., • Mail: Send comments to the U.S.
If, during any inspection required by Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357,
Department of Transportation, Docket
paragraph (j) of this AD, any discrepancy is 2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands;
telephone +31 (0)88–6280–350; fax +31 Operations, M–30, West Building
found, before further flight, restore the
(0)88–6280–111; email technicalservices@ Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
sealing of the affected PSU panels and
accomplish all applicable corrective actions fokker.com; Internet http:// New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
to correct the PSU panel interface, in www.myfokkerfleet.com. You may view this DC 20590–0001.
accordance with the Accomplishment service information at the FAA, Transport • Hand Delivery: Deliver to the
Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., ‘‘Mail’’ address between 9 a.m. and 5
SBF100–25–128, dated July 21, 2016. Do all Renton, WA. For information on the p.m., Monday through Friday, except
applicable corrective actions before further availability of this material at the FAA, call Federal holidays.
flight. 425–227–1221.
Examining the AD Docket
(l) Parts Installation Limitation Issued in Renton, Washington, on October
11, 2017. You may examine the AD docket on
As of the effective date of this AD, an the Internet at http://
affected PSU panel may be installed on any Dionne Palermo,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, www.regulations.gov by searching for
airplane, provided that, before further flight
after installation, it has been inspected in Aircraft Certification Service. and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
accordance with paragraph (j) of this AD and [FR Doc. 2017–22558 Filed 11–2–17; 8:45 am]
1011; or in person at the Docket
all applicable corrective actions have been Operations Office between 9 a.m. and 5
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
done in accordance with paragraph (k) of this p.m., Monday through Friday, except
AD. Federal holidays. The AD docket
(m) Other FAA AD Provisions DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION contains this proposed AD, the
European Aviation Safety Agency
The following provisions also apply to this (EASA) AD, the economic evaluation,
AD:
Federal Aviation Administration
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
any comments received and other
(AMOCs): The Manager, International 14 CFR Part 39 information. The street address for the
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, Docket Operations Office (telephone
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1011; Product
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this Identifier 2017–SW–004–AD]
800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
AD, if requested using the procedures found section. Comments will be available in
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR RIN 2120–AA64 the AD docket shortly after receipt.
39.19, send your request to your principal For service information identified in
inspector or local Flight Standards District Airworthiness Directives; Airbus this proposed rule, contact Airbus
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Office, as appropriate. If sending information Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (Type Helicopters, 2701 N. Forum Drive,
directly to the International Section, send it Certificate Previously Held by Grand Prairie, TX 75052; telephone
to the attention of the person identified in Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH)
paragraph (n)(2) of this AD. Information may
(972) 641–0000 or (800) 232–0323; fax
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- AGENCY: Federal Aviation (972) 641–3775; or at http://
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Administration (FAA), DOT. www.airbushelicopters.com/website/
(i) Before using any approved AMOC, ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
technical-expert/.
notify your appropriate principal inspector, You may review service information
(NPRM).
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager at the FAA, Office of the Regional
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by December 18, 2017. | |
| Contact | Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 51172 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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